This growing network aims to help female leaders thrive
Female superintendents, principals and other educators are coming together to advance “leadhership” in K12 educations.
Female superintendents, principals and other educators are coming together to advance “leadhership” in K12 educations.
Superintendent Rosa Diaz says her most significant accomplishment over the past nine years has been transforming the culture at the Carteret Public Schools in New Jersey.
Like most superintendents across the country, Matt Vance drives his district forward despite funding constraints caused by declining enrollment.
Superintendent Teresa Hill admits she is “a recovering superwoman.” At the upcoming Leadhership Network for Women conference, she will encourage others to join her.
Kristine Martin stays visible by stepping into the shoes of students and staff in classrooms, on buses and in the cafeteria.
Women often hold themselves to impossible, even superhuman standards, says Scippa, a leadership coach. She wants them to lead unapologetically and, even, imperfectly.
Superintendent Antonio Shelton learned on the job at the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District that preparedness begins with building relationships before the crisis occurs.
“Leadership Lens” is a monthly column featuring the insights of K12 leaders who are navigating common opportunities and challenges. In this installment, enthusiasm is surging as teachers and students head back to class.
When you run a very small district, with just 700 students, resources can be an issue. On the other hand, the size—or lack of it—makes for very strong relationships.
Superintendent Rony Ortega describes central office’s role in empowering principals and teachers this way: “We’re no longer the compliance machine.”
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